Short-term residence grants

Short-term residence grants

The Francis C. Wood Institute for the History of Medicine at the College of Physicians of Philadelphia is pleased to announce the availability of short-term grants for 2004-2005.

Wood Fellowships carry a maximum grant of $1000, and require at least one week’s residence at the College of Physicians. Grants will be awarded to scholars engaged in projects requiring use of the Historical Medical Library or Mütter Museum between July 2004 and June 2005. The grants are intended for travel to Philadelphia or to offset income loss and research expenses.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS Anyone with a legitimate research need for the print, manuscript, and artifactual collections of the College of Physicians is invited to apply. Applicants should submit proposals of no more than one thousand words, including necessary length of residence, historical materials to be used, and a budget (with specific information on travel, lodging, and research expenses), along with a curriculum vitae and one letter of recommendation.

Applications may be submitted by mail or fax, or by email or email attachments.

APPLICATION DEADLINE The next deadline is April 1, 2004.

CONTACT INFORMATION Individuals interested in applying for this program should send pertinent materials to: